I lost half a million shillings while delivering goods to customers on credit It has taken a lot of work to have this business grow from a small interior décor startup to a recognisable medium-sized brand.
Gospel singer Ayuma ‘dares’ Africa with heart of worship Beginning next month, Ayuma will lead worship, every first Saturday of every month.
Dancer Caroline Akinyi ups her game Akinyi 'Mabiaba' has been part of dance troupes for top Congolese music stars during tours to Kenya
Club Touch On to officially opens its doors Prior to the opening ceremony, on Friday revelers had a chance to sample what the new club has in store for them in a pre-launch session.
Mr Survivor: When Queen turned Palace into demonstration farm My Queen is untameably and unapologetically ambitious.
New Miss World Kenya crowned Ms Sharon Obara beat 15 other contestants to take over the crown from Ms Maria Wavinya.
Caroline Njunge: When chapati and first slice of bread were worshipped Looking back, the obsession with these foods that some of us take for granted today had to do with scarcity.
Surgeon's Diary: Why it pays to be naughty — sometimes! There are instances when diagnosis of disease might arise out of a romantic interaction with a partner.
Staffroom Diary: Wanted - House help much shorter than me I couldn't wait for half term so that I could visit Fiolina, and enjoy a real meal, a clean house and some human warmth.
PRIME Ssebaggala: Restore theatre going culture in East Africa Ugandan thespian Ssebaggala Andrew speaks about theatre as storytelling and returning to production after a year away.
PRIME Greedy Kenyan professors failing the academy Professors are more to blame for the mess in the higher education sector because of their sins of commission or omission.
Kenyan wins Miss Supranational Africa 2021 Kenyan beauty crowned Miss Supranational Africa 2021 at the Miss Supranational World Finals in Poland.
Cool Ever: Gospel music is my life Gospel musician Cool Ever, who is also a flight attendant, an interior designer and a teacher speaks about her expedition and future ambitions.
Sean Paul: Kenya visit inspired my music Jamaican dancehall sensation speaks about his first visit to Kenya and his latest album ‘Live N Livin’ .
‘Tete’ film pays homage to a great scholar Tete is a story that is scripted and narrated in poetic Swahili language, accompanied by Arabic and English subtitles.
Staffroom Diary: I’m now the boss after Kuya’s ‘miraculous’ injury Kuya will be away for some time, and with Bensouda away, just like that, I was back in charge.
Mau From Nowhere: This is where I get inspiration from Kamau Wainaina aka Mau From Nowhere talks about growing up abroad and his music career at home.
PRIME Cowrie of Hope: Reality for new Zambia president The plight of most Zambians is captured best in the novel, A Cowrie of Hope by Zambian writer Binwell Sinyangwe.
All set for Ruff Endz Kenya tour Dubbed ‘Wakanda 2 Wakanda’, the tour will see the duo performing in Nairobi and Mombasa.
Kanda Junior resumes live shows Kanda Junior will be performing with his backup group at the Muthiga Inn Country Club every Friday.
Caroline Njunge: Why sell to others a product you don’t use? Many manufacturers are guilty of selling products they have never tested.
Staffroom Diary: Armed with my oil, I’ll let God fight my battles The Apostle was right. When I arrived at school on Thursday, the school felt different.
PRIME Kipchoge’s documentary and the need to tell stories of our athletes It is encouraging that Kipchoge’s life story is being retold and will be immortalized in a documentary.
PRIME Austin Bukenya: Olympic orature and poisoned chalice of sporting success As we fete our Olympians, we should reflect, again, on how we treat our sportspeople and other cultural workers.
PRIME Comedy was not my career choice: Jaymo Ule Msee Muirani says that despite taking almost a decade to be what he is now, he is happy that he finally got to do what he loves.
Why creation of Kiswahili council will take forever There is need for a multipronged approach to ensure that the National Kiswahili Council is eventually established.
Nasty C all praises for Kenyans as 3-week vacation ends South African rapper praises Kenyans for their friendly nature.
East African beats resume in Sweden Dekula, an accomplished guitarist, composer, singer and producer, is currently based at Little Nairobi Club in Stockholm.
Remembering legendary reggae DJ Papa Lefty During his heyday, DJ Papa Lefty was a household name in the local reggae fraternity.
Censorship: Filmmakers’ Catch-22 over Cap 222 Laws change with the times but the one governing film production in Kenya has remained mostly intact for five decades.
Jean Ojiro: I don’t take ‘no’ for an answer It takes more than just ambition and good connections to make it; for this girl with the looks and the grooves, attitude is key.
Austin Bukenya: Amina Mohamed’s call that made my Olympic Games Ambassador Amina Mohamed’s call underlines the importance of cultural and academic exchanges.
Dr Bosire: Ezekiel Mutua’s woes were painfully predictable Art expresses the aspirations and current realities of our society. He chose to mute and censor these aspirations by staying stuck in the medieval view of art and creativity.
KNT welcomes public back with new musical ‘Subira’ The superb musical is inspired by the 1982 coup attempt and features an international cast.
Sauti Sol: How we are surviving the pandemic Multiple award-winning afro-pop band shares what they applied during the Covid period to remain upbeat.
Remembering Rhumba legend Madilu System Fans of Rhumba maestro will on Wednesday mark his 14th death anniversary.
New Kikuyu Benga Princess Kamson emerges Kamson has lately proved to be one to watch out for during live shows.
Sultan Agodi lines up live show for Ohangla fans in Nairobi Sultan Agodi Konyango is currently putting the finishing touches to his new video which is schedule for launch mid next month.
Ambro Lamusica's weekend shows in Mombasa On Sunday, the Ambro Djeni-led band will perform at the Divas Lounge in Bamburi in Mombasa.
Bukenya: Dr Lamwaka bags billions for Covid-19 research Dr Lamwaka was this week awarded a Sh3.7 billion research grant to carry out immediate clinical trials for her Covalyce-1 herbal formula.
PRIME Violence and literature in South Africa A look at Can Themba’s depiction of his country in ‘Requiem for Sophiatown’.
Ayuma: Why my songs are loaded with uplifting spiritual messages Gospel music singers speaks about her inspiration to spread the gospel through uplifting music.
Khaligraph launches OdiNare rap challenge The OdiNare rap challenge aims at motivating upcoming artistes to continue pushing for their dreams.
PRIME Kenyan man of music gets French honours The French government has feted Tabu Osusa with the ‘Order of Arts and Letters’ for his outstanding contribution to the promotion of Kenyan music.
Nyboma's song to feature in Obama's Summer Playlist The Paris-based Congolese singer said he is elated to have his song included in the former US president’s 18 -track playlist.
Coast theatre mourns two legendary thespians Thespians at the Little Theatre Club in Mombasa still coming to terms with the deaths of renowned playwrights Kuldip Sondhi and Gilbert Owino.
Remembering Ohangla sensation Lady Maureen Lady Maureen, who died in July last year, is best remembered for songs such as Safari ya Canaan and Raila Jakom.
PRIME Joe Kinyua opens up on life as ‘Njoro wa Uba’ Lead character in Njoro wa Uba says comedy-drama has stood the test of time as it continues to push the limits of his role.
Jabali Afrika’s Asikoye lands lucrative Grammy Awards role Asikoye is one of the founding members of Jabali Afrika Band, and also doubles up as the band’s producer.
Caroline Njunge: We’ve been left at the mercy of daring thieves No one is safe as thieves, robbers and their cousins continue having a field day.
Staffroom Diary: Traitors - How Nyayo, Alfayo helped Kuya return to school You all remember that I visited Kakamega last week. Despite not being welcome, I had promised to stay put and only leave when my work could no longer allow me to be in Kakamega. Although Fiolina...
Chris Hart: Attitudes and values to help you make money Real business relationships are only ever formed in person, so only use the internet to make contact.
Austin Bukenya: My herbalist dies as Ugandans celebrate Ruto, Covidex drug Uganda's National Drugs Authority (NDA) has allowed the use of a local herbal preparation in the treatment and management of viral infections, including Covid-19.
Congolese musicians to hold charity show for volcanic eruptions victims Friends of the Congo and Yole! Africa have teamed up with Tabilulu Productions to raise funds for the affected families in Eastern DRC.
Musa Jakadala, Dola Kabarry to star in Queens of the Nile show According to visiting US-based artiste, Jean Ayacko, Mama Ida Odinga is among the dignitaries expected to grace the event.
PRIME Ngina Kirori's long tough journey to journalism Having carried the burden of failure through the years, NTV reporter Ngina Kirori is now proud of who she has become.
South African group Hush bags Amazing Voices crown All-male choir from Johannesburg walks away with Sh10 million prize money after winning competition's second season.
PRIME Austin Bukenya: Feting Mwalimu Kawooya - A humble but great teacher At KU, I reconnected with Vincent F. Kawooya, and taught with him for the better part of the 20 years that I taught there.
Hypocrisy of some men and women is sickening Some people are mean and abusive towards their spouses and children yet extremely generous, caring and considerate of friends.
Surgeons Diary: A look into amusing experiences of patients If surgeons did not share some light moments in the course of their work, they would be driven to early graves.
Staffroom Diary: Fiolina wants me out of her house, but I’m staying put In short, Fiolina was telling that I needed to go back to the village as soon as possible.
Reverend who went back to African religious roots Rev Kamau Macharia has unkind words for major religions for they way they have treated Africans over the centuries.
PRIME Why rapper Fena is rooting for girl power Alongside fellow rappers Vallerie Muthoni and Maandy Kabaya, Fena has released new song that seeks to push women to develop themselves.
Why I opted to have a water birth as a first-time mother Loi Awat, 31, is a married mother with one biological child and a creative and business writer. She had a water birth in September 2019
Staffroom Diary: Trouble as my new timetable takes effect If Alex and Nzomo do not like the timetable, they can follow Kuya to wherever he went to.
Why you should treat relationships the same way you would a get-rich money scam You can’t put everything in one basket, unless one particular basket has proven to have long term productivity and profit
Why I opted to have a water birth as a first-time mother Loi Awat, 31, is a married mother with one biological child and a creative and business writer. She had a water birth in September 2019
Why you should treat relationships the same way you would a get-rich money scam You can’t put everything in one basket, unless one particular basket has proven to have long term productivity and profit
PRIME Austin Bukenya: What is a fair medical bill? Have we reached a point where some people do not care whether their fellow human beings suffer and die so long as they make money?
Ohangla sensation Musa Jakadala to stage special live show Musa Jakadala to treat his fans to a live show at Leisure Place in Nairobi's Komarock estate.
Kenyan artistes get tax exemption Parliament exempts local artistes from the 25% excise duty that had been proposed in the Finance Bill 2021.
African Night Fever hits England UK-based Tanzanian musician Saidi Tumba Kanda to host ‘African Night Fever’ in Brighton City.
Take 5 with Nyacomba Githu Currently, I am enjoying sketching and painting my quirky fashion illustrations online.
Papa Shirandula actor Njoro appointed 'Bwana Senator' Njoro will spearhead a three-month promotion campaign dubbed ‘Shikisha Form Na Senator’ to popularise Senator Keg.
PRIME Austin Bukenya: Hashimoto Olympic flame dilemma Those who are opposed to holding the games feel and argue that they may easily turn into a Covid-19 “super-spreader” event.
Papa Eliakim: My engineer father never stifled my music A chat with the teacher who also believes he has a special calling as a rhumba musician.
PRIME Poets laud return of Kwani Open Mic event Poetry nights now being held at Wasanii Restaurant at the Kenya National Theatre after the return of sponsorship.
Samba Mapangala releases new album Samba Mapangala said the album featuring the track Mapenzi Yetu will be launched online on Tuesday.
Top bartender to represent Kenya in global competition Apart from representing Kenya at the Global Finals in Madrid, Kevin will also tour the Ketel One Distillery in Holland.
Austin Bukenya: Saudi Arabia’s call for quieter prayers Muezzins, especially the young ones, from neighbouring rival mosques tend to try to outdo one another in their delivery of the adhana.
PRIME Maqbul Mohammed's battle with depression How fame, cash and pressure led radio host and actor to attempt suicide.
Eugene Mbugua ventures into Tanzanian showbiz market TV producer currently in Tanzania where he is seeking partnerships with the country’s showbiz gurus.
Music fans gear up for 'African Night Fever' in England The show dedicated to African music fans will feature UK-based Tanzanian musician Saidi Tumba Kanda.
Just a Man: The kind of man this nation needs This nation doesn't need a man who's appointed by elders. It needs a man who's anointed by God.
How Polish priest designed Sh300m Subukia shrine Father Kazimierz Szulc says the construction of the 5,000-seater church will be completed in 2023.
PRIME Don’t blame Sheng for poor Kiswahili results The use of slang among young people is common all over the world and does not affect performance in languages.
PRIME Austin Bukenya: Do you believe Oriomra and other compulsive modern liars? I had my second dose of the anti-covid vaccine earlier this week and the experience has taught me quite a few important lessons.
Idris Elba hosts Africa Day concert Big names in the entertainment arena took part in this year’s virtual concert.
New book on rhumba music launched The book is authored by George “Jojo” Ndege, a US- based Kenyan promoter living in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Content creators set to reap from Baze Creatives will take home 60 per cent of the revenue Safaricom will collect from consumers who purchase content.
Tony Ndiema's Ohangla Rhumba fusion show in Nairobi Tony Ndiema is among the innovators of the new generation Ohangla-Rhumba fusion beat.
Gidi Kocha's unique blend of music and fitness Gidi Kocha (Gideon Onoka) specialises in contemporary urban music.
PRIME From gospel to secular: Life on the other side A number of artistes who began in the “narrow” route have since switched to the broader one by turning into secular artistes.
PRIME Nameless and Wahu on love, life, scandals and music Now in their 40s, the Mathenges say life has just begun, and boy doesn’t it look colourful!
Robert Khula lands new brand ambassadorial role The actor, who is also a brand and fitness model, will now be the face of Fletna Kenya beauty products.
Nameless, Wahu love documentary to premiere Nameless and Wahu have been together for 23 years now, 16 of them as a married couple.
Remembering Congolese singer Pepe Ndombe Opetum The event is expected to be marked online with no major live concerts due to Covid-19 pandemic.
Remembering benga great D.O Misiani The band leader of the D.O 7 Shirati Jazz Band moved to Kenya in the mid-1960s .
Austin Bukenya: After 7 years, give me Rachael, and a faith of love and respect The Saturday Nation and NMG should give us our beloved Rachael to hold and to keep, for we have laboured, in love, a perfect seven years to earn her hand.
The Dish: It’s all about whisky this week I usually drink this particular whisky most often with my brothers; they favour its peaty, smoky essence, and its smoothness, and I’ve come to appreciate it too; whether it’s the 10 Years Old or...
Malkeeya Kenya's only hope in Amazing Voices Kenyan girl band now stands a chance of walking away with Sh10 million, should they emerge victorious in the continental singing competition.
Taming Nairobians’ rage on film Kenyans have just a few more days in which to watch one of the best films recently made about the lives and struggles of ordinary Nairobians.
Forty years on, Bob Marley's rich legacy thrives His rich anthems of peace and struggle, hope and discontent, still reverberate globally and especially in his native Jamaica
PRIME Humble professor who rose to greatness Environmental law professor who rose from humble village to become leading voice at the University of Nairobi
Dr Achola Pala: Empowered and empowering mentor for country By way of celebrating Mother’s Day, I wish to share with you a brief sketch of the career of a close friend of mine.
Purity Gitonga is back with a new worship song The singer has dedicated her new song to her online fans.
End of an era as omutibo producer exits the scene Manasseh Omwona was the founder of the Diploma label and a pioneer River Road music producer
Fans mourn Ugandan music star Sammy Kasule The guitarist was traveling from Kampala to Sweden when he collapsed and died at the Amsterdam Airport.
Remembering Mose Fan Fan of ‘Papa Lolo’ hit song The Congolese legendary guitarist and composer collapsed and died in Nairobi on May 3, 2019.
Kenyan traditional music to benefit from a UK project The project seeks to replace drum kits, electric and bass guitars with African traditional instruments.
Men need sex education more than ever Most males learn about sex through childhood scare-tactics and pornography. They end up ignorant
Congolese singer DPretty launches new Afro-pop beat in the US Dpretty has been working on a new single “Boom Keke” which was launched virtually online two weeks ago.
Homeboyz suspends morning show hosts Radio station send three morning show hosts on a two-week suspension for their crass comments on air
Homeboyz Radio forced to apologise for victim blaming woman The misogynistic comments made during the station's morning show have elicited outrage.
PRIME Young gamers putting Kenya on global spotlight Currently worth an estimated Sh13.9 billion, Kenya’s video gaming industry is expected to grow to about Sh16.8bn by 2023.
Nawal El Saadawi: Egypt’s grand novelist and global activist El Saadawi was a global iconoclast in the best sense of the phrase.
Remembering Afro-jazz icon Manu Dibango Musicians Dibango and Mabélé succumbed to Covid-19 in March 2020 in France.
Josky tribute show in Nairobi today Late Congolese musician to be remembered by his fans in Nairobi in a show dubbed 'Hommage Josky Kiambukuta'.
PRIME Josky Kiambukuta: One more TPOK Jazz voice goes silent Josky, who died at 72, was one of the most prolific rumba singers who, during his long career, teamed with up with such greats as Lola Checain, Djo Mpoyi and Ntesa Dalienst.
The quest to identify Fela Kuti's successor: why it’s time to end it It’s nearly a quarter of a century since Fela Kuti passed away. Yet, the influence of his music and pan-Africanist thoughts hasn’t stopped.
PRIME African Heritage House: The making of an architectural marvel Alan Donovan talks about the inspiration behind the national monument which boasts the title “Most Photographed House in Africa”.
The Reel: Why Bridgerton swept the nation The Duke was looking for a convenient way to get through the summer, and he ended up in a marriage.
PRIME Baraza JM: I have just the car for you... I have to ask: with 100km of city driving... do you really need an SUV?
PRIME Eric Omondi: The fuss, the fun and the funk The controversial ‘Wife Material’ project, saw some corporates withdraw endorsement deals with the comedian.
The secret of being confident without the arrogance To be self-assured is to strive to be the best version of yourself while arrogance has you competing with everybody with an air of self-importance
PRIME Austin Bukenya: For our fish, misfortunes never come singly but in battalions We have cause to be alarmed at reports that fish in our lakes are dying and washing on to our shores in large numbers.
Kenyan DJ out to conquer tricky US music market DJ Cutts, says he wants to develop his talent to reach the level of DJ Puff, a native of Barbados, South America.
Congolese singer Fiston Lusambo releases Kenyan tribute song Fiston has in the last few years has been incorporating Kenyan and Congolese musicians in his recordings.
Rhumba Japan live at Alaska Lounge The group is currently working on new recordings for their next production later in the year.
PRIME The rise and rise of Mbogi Genje You have listened to their music, whether you liked it or not, and tried to figure out what they are saying.
Staffroom Diary: Fiolina refuses to become a Mwisho wa Lami teacher I hope she fails the interview, and comes back to me begging.
Surgeon's Diary: Day Marie and I got vaccinated for Covid I and Mama Marie received a letter from the NHS inviting us for our Covid vaccination a week ago.
Caroline Njunge: Growing up, what was your alcohol story? There are many other versions of such stories that revolve around alcohol.
Gospel musician Purity Gitonga marks 20 years in ministry The gospel musician has expressed optimism as she enters another milestone of her career.
Veteran Congolese singer Jean Papy Ramazani dies in USA Ramazani's counterpart Mekanisi Modero, who also lives in Seattle, confirmed his death after a long ailment.
Amanda Gorman redeemed belief in the power of poetry Miss Gorman proved that art can be that middle ground that can be a launching pad for a more equitable, peaceful and just society.
Upheaval at premier museum echoes racial turmoil in America Smithsonian forced to apologise for race guideline that said rational thinking, hard work are ‘white values’
Bukenya: Enjoying a Christmas party and a literary chat with Ndugu Mkapa Mkapa may have had his failings, but they were not for lack of trying.
Sunday Sermon: Freedom goes hand in hand with restraint Many biblical texts encourage us to take freedom seriously
Staffroom Diary: Trouble brewing as Branton and Electina rebel The children have disappeared from home and vowed never to return.
Surgeon's Diary: Of my part-time writing job that finally paid off On March 3, 1978, I became a published writer and acquired a new wife, ‘Literary’ to rhyme with Marie, Surgery and Rotary
How Julius Nyerere built state out of disparate nations The Tanzanian statesmen was willing to imperil his family economically for his countrymen and women to gain political freedom.
Mr Survivor: My Beetle will save me from poverty They call me Survivor, which fits me as well as it suits their hearts.
Johnny Depp libel trial set to start in London Depp is suing News Group Newspapers (NGN), publisher of The Sun, and its executive editor Dan Wootton.
'Safe haven' gold has a rich 3,000-year history So, during good times, the investment argument for gold may not glitter.
Azziad vs Femi One: Who owes the other? Lawyer Bernard Murunga weighs in on the issues behind #UtawezanaChallenge
Beyonce decries bigotry in message to graduates "Your fight for people who may be different from you is beautiful."
Series Review: Why Issa from ‘Insecure’ shouldn’t take ex back 'Insecure' is the child of Senegalese American film genius Joissa Rae Diop, better known to you as Issa Rae
Veteran musician John Nzenze in hospital He is among the few surviving legends of the Kenya Twist genre.
Diamond Platinumz to pay rent for 500 families Tanzania is battling the coronavirus pandemic as cases surge.
Mourning three music megastars Three diehard fans of Congolese soukous legend Aurlus Mabele are devastated by the news of his death.
Diamond Platnumz manager Sallam tests Covid-19 positive Sallam is believed to have travelled to Europe on March 5 where he visited Switzerland, Denmark and France.
Tom Hanks announces positive test for coronavirus Hanks, 63, said he and Wilson came down with a fever while in Australia.
